Attention Freelancer Desktop App users. Messaging will be made available in the Desktop App. We will be releasing it progressively from next week. You’ll be able to chat with your contacts and track your working hours simultaneously.

Aside from that, you’ll be able to view fixed or hourly projects that are in progress. The app lets you take screenshots of your work which may be used as proof of work milestones. This enhanced communication feature will help you improve your earnings and increase trust within your existing professional relationships. Between January to June 2014, our data confirmed that chances of getting repeat work is increased when you use the Desktop App!

Watch out for our announcement early next week about the official release. For tips on using the Desktop App, check out our FAQs.

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